Craftsman 917.258543 Owner'S Manual Download

Page: 1 / 56

Summary of Contents for 917.258543

Page 1: ...sibilities o Service and Adjustments Repair Parts GAUTION Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE CALLTHIS TOLL FREE NUMBER 1 800 659 5917 _ _ 11 IIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIII I IIIIIII III NIII II1 _ IIl_ll_ ll L z _ ...

Page 2: ...s in speed or direction Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope DO N_OTL Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Never allow chil...

Page 3: ...maintained in effective working order by the operator In the state of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Otherstates rnay have similar laws Federal laws apptyon federal land A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Cented Department See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual i1 n unn n I u LIM...

Page 4: ...s Engine 18 Oil Change 17 Oil Level 13 17 0iiType 17 Preparation 13 Repair Parts 48 53 Starting 14 Storage 26 F Filters Air 18 Fuel 19 Fuel Type 13 Storage 26 Fuse 24 G Gauge Wheels 8 H Hoed Removal Installation 24 L Leveling Mower Deck 21 Lubrication Chart 15 M Maintenance Schedule 15 Mower Adjustment Front to Back 21 Adjustment Side to Side 2t Blade Sharpen ng 16 Blade Replacement 16 Cutting Hei...

Page 5: ...opper Mounts behind tractor MULCHING CLOSE OUT PLATE KIT once installed lets you mulch discharge or bag clippings bagger optional without changing blades For models not equipped as 3 in 1 Convertible mowers See MOWER in the Repair Parts section of this manual RAMP TOPS AND FEEl let you load and unload tractor from a pickup truck Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber ROLLER for smoother lawn surface 36 i...

Page 6: ... i i _ws 10 x 5 8 2 Lock Washers 10 2 Hex Bolts 1 4 20 x 3 4 2 Hex Nuts 2 Washer _ _ 4 20 9 32 x 5 8 x 16 Gauge 12 Lock Washers 1 4 Seat Steering Boot Manual _ i i i i i Video Cassette Steering Wheel Mulcher Plate I t t i T Parts Bag Hill III1 Parts bag contents not shown full size i 111 i i ii i i iiii 2 Shoulder Bo ts Steering Wheel Adapter 2 Washers 3 8 x 7 8 x 14 Gauge 2 Gauge Wheels 2 Center ...

Page 7: ...ght and slide inside boot and onto adapter Assemble large flat washer 3 8 tock washer 3 8 hex bolt and tighten securely Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill IMPORTANT CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID See Opera tion section for locati...

Page 8: ...ustments section of this manual Verify that the belts are routed correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor check to see that the brake is properly adjusted_ See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK See Fig 5 The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in Tighten shoulder bolt securely o Low...

Page 9: ... i iii iiiiil l lll iiii iiiii 1 M WELD HOOKPOINTSDOWN WELD NUT FROM TH_ LATCH HOOK WASHER MULCHER PLATE LOCK WASHER WASHER _ _SCREW FIG 6 WELD NUT 9 DEFLECTOR LATCH HOOKS FIG 7 CHECKLIS T BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THEBES T PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA C TION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST All assembly instructions...

Page 10: ...Y CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT UNLOCKED DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE LOCK LOCKED REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH MOWERLI_ ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER KEEP HANDSANDFEETAWAY L LOW PARKING BRAKE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED IGNITION HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL Hydro Models only 10 ...

Page 11: ...n National Standards Institute ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used to control engine speed CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and brak ing the tractor and starting the engine PARKING BRAKE Locks ctutch _rake pedal into the brake position_ GEAR SHIFT LEVER S...

Page 12: ... is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas CAUTION Always stop tractor corn pletely as described above before leav ing the operator s position to empty grass catcher etc TO USE THROTrLE CONTROL See Fig 9 Always operate engine at full thrott e Operating engine at...

Page 13: ...ate means of tying hood to tractor rope cord etc BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL See Fig 17 The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the factory already filled with summer weight oil Check engine oil with tractor on level ground Unthread and remove oil fill cap dipstick wipe oil off Reinsert the dipstick intothe tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube Do not thread the cap...

Page 14: ...t in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting_ When mowing large areas start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs fences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished See Fig 11 If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried ...

Page 15: ...e pivotbolt to 35 It Ibs maximum Do not evert ghten GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properIy maintain your tractoL All adjustments in the Service a...

Page 16: ...lade moves downward sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced NOTE Do not use a nail for balancing blade The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered but are noL BLA _E CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp Re place bent or damaged blades BLADE REMOVAL See Fig 13 Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades_ Remove hex bott Iockwasher and flat washer ...

Page 17: ...hours of operation Tighten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Figs 15 and 16 Determine temperature range expected before oi change All oil must meet API service classification SF SG or SH Be sure tractor is on eve surface Oi will drain more freely when warm Catch oi in a suitable container Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow d...

Page 18: ...SERVICE CARTRIDGE Rdplace a dirty bent or damaged cartridge NOTE Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air as this will damage the cartridge Reinstall the pre cleaner cleaned and oiled over the paper cartridge Reassemble air cleaner wing nut cover and tighten knob securely To insure proper cooling make sure the grass screen cooling fins and other external surfaces of the engine are ke...

Page 19: ...gine and check for oit leaks Correct any leaks before placing engine into full operation FIG 17 IN LINE FUEL FILTER See Fig 18 The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel filter becomes clogged obstructing fuet flow to carburetor replacement is required With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sections Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towa...

Page 20: ...er forward to lower mower to its lowest position Roll belt off engine pulley Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing retainer spring Disconnect anti sway bar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs Raise lift lever to raise suspension ar...

Page 21: ...e same or within 1 4 of each other edge of mower housing as shown Before making any necessary adjustments checkthat If adjustment is necessary make adjustment on one both front links are equal in length Both links should side of mower only be approximately 10 3 8 To raise one side of mower tighten lift link adjustment If links are not equal in length adjust one link to same nut on that side length...

Page 22: ...toward rear of tractor Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keep ers Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards from around engine pulley Install new belt by reversing above p_ocedure IMPORTANT MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS TO ADJUST BRAKE See Fig 25 Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mount...

Page 23: ...d snap retaining ring securely in axle groove Replace axle cover REAR WHEEL Block rear axle securely Remove five 5 hub bolts to allow wheel removal Repair tire and reassemble Reptace and tighten hub botts securely NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer_ Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion WAS...

Page 24: ...31 Raise hoed Unsnap headlight wire connector Stand infront of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor To replace reverse above procedures TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood Pull bulb holder out of the hote in the backside of the grill Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill Close hood J _ HOOD _ HEADLIGH...

Page 25: ...edle with a limiter cap which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap The limitercap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting needle Be sure you have a clean air filter and the throttle control cable is adjusted properly see above Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes Make adjustmentswith engine running and shift motion...

Page 26: ...TEM IMPORTANT tT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE...

Page 27: ...ction 3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start 4 Replace spark ptugo 5 Clean replace air filter 6 Replace fuel filler 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill lank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filler 8 Check all wiring 9 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section 10 Contact an authorized service center department 1 Clean replace air filter 2 Replace spark plug 3 Rechar...

Page 28: ... 3 Faulty light switch 4 Loose or damaged widng 5 Blown fuse 1 Bad battery cell s 2 Poor cable connecttonso 3 Faulty regulator if so equipped 4 Faulty alternator I Engine throttle control not set at SLOW position for 30 seconds before stopping engine CORRECTION 1 Check wtdng switches and connections If not corrected contact an authorized service center department 4 I 1 Replace blade Tighten blade ...

Page 29: ...CCUPIED I t I l f GROUNDING CONNECTOR q BLACK NO rE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS WTLL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST HEADLIGHTS NON REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONN...

Page 30: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258543 ELECTRICAL I t i I 19 20 25 26 1 I 45 I 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ 3O ...

Page 31: ...8 x 16 Gauge Washer Lock 1 4 Nut Hex 1 4 20 Tube Plastic 1 2 Case Battery Mech Hinge Clamp Hose Switch Interlock Push tn Washer Lock 1 4 Nut Hex Jam 1 4 20 UNC Harness Light Socket w 4152J Light Bulb Cable Battery 6 Gauge Red 11 Cable Battery 6 Gauge Red W16 Wire Fuse 30 Amp 12 Cable Ground 6 Gauge Black Switch Plunger Switch Ignition 4 Position Nut Ignition Cover Ignition Switch Key Molded Crafts...

Page 32: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258543 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 28 J 58 12 31 37 53 54 60 3 38 39 14 32 ...

Page 33: ...iage 3 8 t6 x 3 4 Panel Dash LH Clip Tinnerman Grille P L Panel Dash RH Screw Thdo Roll 3 8 16 x 1 2 Hood Assembly Bumber Hood Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Gauge Locknut Grille w Clips MS 558 Lens Grilte Fender Footrest Pnt STLT N Hold 558 Bracket FenderJSupport Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 Pivot Bracket Assembly LH Pivot Bracket Assembly RH Nut Lock w Insert 1 4 20 UNC Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Gauge Bra...

Page 34: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258543 DRIVE 85 22 26 27 34 ...

Page 35: ...ing Nylon 86 71208 36 STD551062 Washer 87 192120t6 37 STD571810 Roll Pin 88 12000008 38 123674X Pulley Idler Flat 89 154886 39 STD523727 Bolt 90 124346X 40 4470J Spacer Split 395 x 59 96 4497H 41 154777 Keeper Belt IdlerFooI Proof 112 19091210 42 19131312 Washer t 3 32 x13 16 x12 Gauge 113 127285X 47 127783 Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic 116 72110610 48 154604 BellcrankAssembly 118 154774 49 123205...

Page 36: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258543 STEERING ASSEMBLY 22_2 2 62 44 68 70 _ 4O 36 ...

Page 37: ... Stamped Washer Lock Hvy Htcl Spr 3 8 Bearing Axle STLT GT Locknut Flange 5 8 11 UNC Shaft Asm Strg Private Label Washer Thrust 515 x 750 x 033 Support Shaft Washer Shim 1 4 x 5 8 x 062 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1 4 Screw Hex Socket Hd 1 4 20 x 5 8 Shaft Asm Pittman Bracket Steering Bushing Rod Tie Blk Lt Gear Sector Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 16ga Screw Thdro1318 I6x3 4 Ty tt Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 Cad Rod...

Page 38: ...ged Nut Spr_ng Seat Screw Thd Roll 3 8 16 x 1 Washer 13 32 x 1 x 14 Gauge Pan Seat Emboss QCK Conn Bracket Switch Mounting Bushing Snap Bolt Carriage 1 4 20 x t 3 8 15 134300 Spacer Split 28 x 88 16 121250X Spring 17 123976X Locknut Flange 4 Grade 5 2t 1 53236 B01t_ Shoulder 5 16 18 UNC 22 STD541431 Nut 23 74780814 Bolt Hex Head Fin 1 2 13 x 7 8 Grade 5 24 19171912 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge...

Page 39: ...516 1606O4 160605 DESCRIPTION Decal V Belt Drive Schematic Decal Chassis 6 Speed 42 Decal V Belt Schematic Decal Ins Hood Decal Battery DngdPsn Eng Decal Battery Diehard Sears Decal Lift Handle Pad Footrest LH STLT Pad Footrest RH STLT Owner Manual English Owner s Manual Spanish WHEELS TIRES 4 10 11 39 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Valve Cap Tire 2 65139 Stem Valve 3 106222X Tire Front 4 5990...

Page 40: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258543 ENGINE i I 44 4 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 23 40 ...

Page 41: ... Engine See Breakdown Kohler Model No CV15S 41526 Muffler Nipple Pipe 3 8 NPT x 3 1 2 Elbow Std 90 Degree 3 8 18 Npt Washer Shield Heat Arrestor Spark Tank Fuel Cap Assembly Fuel Tank Vented Clamp Hose BIk Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 3 4 TYT Une Fuel Plug Oil Drain Order From Engine Manufacturer Bushing Snap Fuel Line Screw Hex Washer Head Thdo Roll 1 4 20 x 3 4 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Gauge Washer Lock...

Page 42: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258543 MOWER LIFT 27 25 24 23 11 12 6 49 6 8 5 lg 13 32 13 _ 32 13 19 20 15 2O 8 20 42 ...

Page 43: ...ft Asm Lift Pin Groove E Ring 5133 62 Washer 21 32 x i x 21 Ga_ Bearing Nylon Grip Handte Fluted Button Plunger Red Link Lift Lh Fixed Length Link Lift Rh Fixed Length Retainer Spring Link Front Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Uric Trunnion Btk Zinc LockNut Hex with Washer Insert 1 2 13 UNC Arm Suspension Rear Retainer Spring Nut Spring Washer 13 32 x 5 8 x 16 Gauge Spring Pin cotter 3 32 x 1 2 Rod Adjust L ft...

Page 44: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258543 MOWER DECK 76 74 68 105 106 25 26 27 44 ...

Page 45: ...ock 3 8 16 UNC 129 Rod Pivot with Nibs 130 Rod Clutch Secondary with Nibs 131 Guard Mandrel Loll 132 Retainer Screw Thd Roll 1 4 20 x 5 8 Washer Hardened Roller Assembly Cam Follower Bolt Shoulder 10 24 Grade 5 Locknut Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 UNC Arm Assembly Pad Brake Washer Hardened Arm Idler Spacer Retainer 140086 141043 149846 1442OO 142427 131870 127847 121748X 12000029 128903 127845 154809 127...

Page 46: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258543 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 930 057A 68 34 9 35 31 23 47 8 6 8 5 31 13 67 35 77 29 15 76 79 43 42 150 46 ...

Page 47: ...90 29 780072 Washer Thrust 77 788078A 30 780108 Washer Thrust 31 780001 Washer 79 792144 32 792001 O Ring 81 786081 33 788095 Seal Square Cut 34 780105A Bushing Flanged 82 786082 35 780118A Bushing Flanged 83 786123 36 790003 Disk Brake 90 788067B 37 790007 Plate Brake Pad 103 792166 38 799021 Pad Brake Package of 2 04 792167 39 786026 Pin Dowel 150 768093 40 792076A Washer Flat 900 794602 41 7900...

Page 48: ...MODEL NUMBER 917 258543 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV15S TYPE NUMBER PS 41526 inN HH AiR INTAKE I _4 _5 8w_ w7 11_ _ _10 12 _9 J CRANKSHAFT I 1 i l l llll IN I LJJiq q BLOWER HOUSING AND B A FFLES I 15 EXHAU_ T i H 6 7 8 48 ...

Page 49: ... M 0645016 14 12 063 08 15 2 063 0t Screw Hex Flange M5 x 0 8 x 10 8 Washer Plain 1 4 Plate Blower Housing Screw Hex Flange M6 x 1o0x 20 Washer Plain 5 16 2 Cover Pinion Housing Blower Ring Retainer 2 Cover Clip Mounting 3 Screw Hex Flange M5 x 8 x 20 3 Baffle intake Side Screw Hex Flange M6 x 1o0x t6 2 Baffle Cylinder Head Baffle Cylinder 13 12 090 05 14 25 t58 11 15 12 079 01 16 25 158 08 Linkag...

Page 50: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258543 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV15S TYPE NUMBER PS 41526 IJIIIH s sT M I 21 19 L__ _ 16 _ 15 24 _ Y 14 23 2 33 31 3O _27 19 18 22 21 20 13 27 5 14 15 14 50 ...

Page 51: ...ludes Key Number 29 27 Gasket Bowl Retainer Screw Nut Hex Flange M6 x 1 0 2 Washer Plain 1 4 Washer Lock 1 4 Stud M6 x 1 0 x 122 2 29 12 041 06 30 M 0641060 31 X 25 63 32 X 22 11 33 M 0629122 NOT ILLUSTRATED 12 041 01 Gasket Carburetor 12 757 03 Kit Carburetor Repair 12 518 05 Lead Solenoid Black 5 14 Gauge Uninsulated Push On Tabs 41 518 34 Lead Ground Green 5 18 Gauge Insulated Grip Barrel Eyele...

Page 52: ...KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV15S TYPE NUMBER PS 41526 L i i iii IIHIII IIIIIIII IGNITION I ELECTRICAL I iu i i iiiii lU 1 1 1 iii Q 2 11 CRANKCASE I 23 22 2 12 17 10 iiiii iiii i OIL PAN LUBRICATION ii1 iii i 1 _ 6 _J 15 iii i STARTING SYSTEM I 52 ...

Page 53: ...il Plug Square Head Solid 3 8 Oil Pump Assembly O Ring Oil Purnp Cover Cover Oil Pump Screw Hex Flange M5 x 0 8 x t6 3 Seal Oil P T Oo End Screw Hex Flange M8 x 1 25 x 45 12 Pan Oil 53 24 12 199 30 1 12 032 03 2 12 522 18 3 12 445 02 4 M 0839025 5 12 380 03 6 12 755 49 7 12 089 18 8 12 422 08 12 422 09 12 422 10 12 422 11 12 422 12 2 422 13 12 422 07 9 12 144 27 10 12 874 07 12 874 08 12 874 09 11...

Page 54: ... i iiiii1 11111 i 11 i i i i 1111111 11 iiiiiiiii SERVICE NOTES ii i iii i 11 1 11 111111111111 Nil 111111 54 ...

Page 55: ...SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE 15 MAX ...

Page 56: ...und on the model plate located under the seat_ The model number for your engine will be found on the btower housing of the engine All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears Roebuck and Co Service Center Department and most Re tail Stores WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PRODUCT TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258543 ENGINE MODEL NO CV15S TYPE NO PS 41526 PART NU...

Search results

Summary of Contents for 917.258543

Reviews:

Related manuals for 917.258543

Brands by name

Popular brands

Craftsman 917.258543, Owner'S Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for 917.258543

Reviews:

Related manuals for 917.258543

Brands by name

Popular brands